Copy-ready commandcp — Export Results
cp -a /source/. /backup/ > output.txtRequirements and permissions
- Requirements
- Linux with the referenced utility installed
- Permissions
- Use sudo or root only when required
- Last reviewed
- 2026-07-31
Examples
Export Results
Export the output of cp for documentation or review.
cp -a /source/. /backup/ > output.txtOriginal command
Copy files while preserving attributes.
cp -a /source/. /backup/Common errors
Command not found
Confirm Linux with the referenced utility installed is installed and available in your current shell.